Sony Music has appointed Ezekiel Lewis as Chairman and CEO of one of the company's flagship labels, Epic Records. In this role, Lewis will report to Sony Music Group Chairman Rob Stringer.

Sony Music's Ezekiel Lewis

Lewis' elevation follows the announcement a few months ago that Sylvia Rhone would step down after over a decade at the helm of Epic Records. Lewis joined the label in 2018 as EVP, A&R and was most recently elevated to President in 2023. He was in charge of the A&R division...

Independent music publisher Spirit Music has appointed singer, songwriter, and musician David Ryan Harris as Vice President, A&R. Harris is also signed to Spirit as a songwriter and Spirit has become a JV partner with his company Peace Pourage. “I look forward to using my years of experience writing, touring, playing, and making authentic connections in the business and the world at large to bring value and new perspectives to the amazing team at Spirit,” said Harris. “I am thrilled to wel...

German media and entertainment group Bertelsmann generated revenues of €18.95 billion in the 2025 financial year, stable compared to 2024, and almost the double from 2011 figures. Operating EBITDA adjusted came in at €3bn, on par with the previous year (€3.1bn), while Group profit exceeded €1bn for the 11th consecutive year. "Adjusted for portfolio effects such as the sale of RTL Nederland and the impact of exchange rate movements, the result was slightly higher than in the previous year," said...